The qualities of a great man are vision, integrity, courage, understanding, the power of articulation, and profundity of character.

We place our vision of a new constitutional order for South Africa on the table not as conquerors, prescribing to the conquered. We speak as fellow citizens to heal the wounds of the past with the intent of constructing a new order based on justice for all. This is the challenge that faces all South Africans today, and it is one to which I am certain we will all rise.

I saw them with my bodily eyes as clearly as I see you. And when they departed, I used to weep and wish they would take me with them.

Bravery shows up in everyday life when people have the courage to live their truth, their vision and their dreams.

Create the highest, grandest vision possible for your life, because you become what you believe.

Do not look the other way; do not hesitate. Recognize that the world is hungry for action, not words. Act with courage and vision.